1. S The Representation of Feminism in the Comic Book Industry

2. Introduction: Evolutionary Female- Her Body & Her Role The Female Body S The changing form of the body over the course of the years. S The clothing depicted alters from conservative to seductive. S Feminine features become more exaggerated and pronounced. S Imagery has been the subject of much controversy. The Female in Society S Portrayal of women has altered over the years. S Support of the main character/the male hero. S Leadership qualities alter over the centuries. S Acceptance in the community.

3. Archie Comics 1930s & 40s Non-Superhero Genre Focus on 3 Archetypes of the female role: 1. Career Girls 2. Romance Heroines 3. Perky Teenagers Veronica & Betty are prime examples of this particular type of character. Golden Age of Comics

4. World War II-Changing Demographics Feminine power now begins to be recognized Female workforce in factories Male absence in Industry, female steps in this role and establishes that they can do it. No more stay at home mom mentality How does this change Comics?

5. Not only am I sexy, I have a career Women more empowering More emphasis on prominent roles in work force/important roles The dominant nature toward women as a role model. Example: Lois Lane (well known reporter and backdrop to Superman), Carol Ferris (business women and entrepreneur, inherited business from her father). This would last until the the structure of female society changes in the 1960s The Silver Age of Comics

6. Wonder Woman Brainchild of William Moulton Marston New female identity Sexy symbolism, patriotic undertones in her outfit Sense of Nationalism in a symbolic, feministic approach More skin showing on the female figure Ushers in a new mentality on the female role, not only in comic books, but also in society

7. Female Solidarity- Women Have Rights too!--1960s & 1970s Ms. Marvel/Cryptonym=Ms. Overcoming female diversity=Barbara Gordon/Batgirl Crippled by the Joker, becomes heroine Oracle Womens Equal Rights Movement in the 1960s- 1970s Thats Ms., not Mrs.! The Bronze Age of Comics

8. Sex Sells- 80s and Beyond! Women as sex objects Changes in costumes More exaggerated features The clear identification of showing more skin More heroines, but clearly used with sexual connotations.

9. Focus On-Power Girl Does this image represent empowerment or is it First appearance in 1976 demeaning?

10. Welcome to The Modern Age The New Modern Woman. No longer traditional imagery or mannerisms. 21st Century exhibits changing roles in females 1. Single parenting 2. Same sex relationship 3. Positions of power in the workplace Teenagers become popular again.

11. Focus-Wonder Woman: From Sensation to Sensational!

12. Power to the Female S Later female characters receive their own titles. Power Girl in 2009 Batgirl in 2000 Supergirl in 2005 Ms. Marvel in 2006

13. The Changing Society- Lesbianism Batwoman Mainly in underground comics and alternative titles before entering mainstream Became more common Renee Montoya/Police officer-Batman Comics

14. All Beauty & No Beast

15. Sources Used -All pictures trademarked and courtesy of DC Comics, Marvel Comics Industry, and Archie Comics Publications. All rights reserved. -Text used is either sited by the individual quoting it, or taken from www.wikipedia.com for general usage of research.